Hornet and bee (IMAGE) University of California - San Diego Caption Bees offer minimal protection against Asian giant hornet attacks, leading to quick destruction of entire bee colonies. Credit Credit: iStock/Bruno Uehara Usage Restrictions Must be used in conjunction with Current Biology paper on Asian giant hornets. License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.